Daily News Egypt 34m

Madbouly reviews strategic commodity stocks, wheat supply, and fiscal planning

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly held a series of high-level meetings on Sunday to assess Egypt’s preparedness on strategic commodities, the current local wheat supply season, and financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year. The discussions covered the availability of essential goods in domestic»»»

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Daily News Egypt 34m

Moroccan Prime Minister arrives in Cairo for first session of joint coordination committee

Egypt and Morocco on Sunday launched the first session of a joint coordination and follow-up committee, a move officials said establishes a new stage of bilateral relations aimed at achieving full economic integration. Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch arrived at Cairo International Airport o»»»

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Daily News Egypt 34m

Egypt steps up efforts to build business trust through tax reforms: Finance Minister

Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said the government is intensifying efforts to build trust with the business community through tangible facilitation measures, as part of a broader push to modernise Egypt’s tax system and expand the tax base. He noted that meaningful progress is being made in tra»»»

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Gulf News 36m

Syria: Two arrested over attack on UAE embassy

Security units affiliated with the Syrian Ministry of Interior have arrested two suspects, identified as “M.S.” and “Sh.A.”, whose involvement in the attack on the UAE Embassy premises has been confirmed. In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the ministry said it had immediately init»»»

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Naharnet 49m

Israeli army chief visits troops in south Lebanon, vows to up strikes

Israel's military chief Eyal Zamir visited troops in southern Lebanon on Sunday and pledged to intensify strikes against Hezbollah. "The IDF (army) is striking Hezbollah ... with determination, extensively, and across multiple fronts," Zamir said during a visit to Ras el-Bayada area in southern Leb»»»

Sana 1h

Investment in Syria: Navigating challenges and economic recovery prospects

Damascus, April 5 (SANA) – Syria’s economic recovery phase is giving rise to a new investment landscape, characterized by a range of promising projects across vital sectors such as housing, energy, agriculture, and industry. These ventures are expected to stimulate production and drive growth rates»»»

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Daily News Egypt 2h

Egypt targets 5 million tonnes of local wheat as strategic reserves reach six-month level

Egypt is targeting the procurement of 5 million tonnes of domestic wheat during the current harvest season as part of a broader strategy to strengthen food security, Supply and Internal Trade Minister Sherif Farouk said on Sunday. The minister stated that strategic reserves of basic commodities, in»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Abu Dhabi to train 20,000 frontline personnel

The Government of Abu Dhabi has announced the launch of a strategic plan to train 20,000 frontline personnel, including both healthcare and non-healthcare workers across healthcare facilities, emergency medical services, security entities, and other critical sectors involved in responding to major »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Central Election Commission Not to Allow Changes in District Election Commissions without Legal Grounds

The Central Election Commission (CEC) has taken stricter measures to curb violations in the upcoming elections and will not allow mass replacements of members of district election commissions without legal grounds, CEC Chair Kameliya Neykova told bTV on Sunday. Neykova noted that a “wake-up call” f»»»

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RT 2h

Trump requests $152MN from Congress to reopen Alcatraz

The administration of US President Donald Trump has requested $152 million from Congress to restore the Alcatraz prison. Democrats have slammed the plans as “lunacy” and vowed to block their implementation. Originally a fortress sitting on the eponymous island in the San Francisco Bay, the correcti»»»

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Sana 3h

Middle East war pushes global food prices higher amid fears of deeper crisis

Capitals, April 5 (SANA) – Global food prices rose for a second consecutive month as the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran continues to drive up energy and fertilizer costs, raising concerns about future crop production and increasing pressure on international food markets, the Unite»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar Reads returns to Doha Festival City with an immersive family reading booth

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Reads, an initiative under Qatar National Library (QNL) dedicated to fostering a culture of reading across Qatar, is hosting an interactive booth at Doha Festival City, one of the country’s vibrant community destinations, from April 1 to 22. The activation aims to de»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Municipality minister visits Mazzraty to review poultry and dairy projects

Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah visited Mazzraty’s broiler chicken production facility in Al-Riffa. The tour forms part of ongoing initiatives to strengthen Qatar’s food security ecosystem and champion local agricultural production, assessing the company’s ope»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar Chamber's Board of Directors discusses private sector challenges amidst current regional developments

DOHA: Qatar Chamber Board of Directors held a meeting on Sunday, chaired by Chairman of the Board HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani. During the meeting, the board discussed the key challenges facing the Qatari private sector amid the current regional developments, particularly thos»»»

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UPI 4h

Subject of N.H. manhunt found dead after police officer shot, injured - UPI.com

New Hampshire State Police Col. Mark Hall briefs reporters Saturday as a manhunt was underway for Matthew Masse, 38, who was accused of shooting and injuring a police officer and fleeing on foot. Masse was later found dead, authorities said. Photo courtesy New Hampshire State Police/Facebook April »»»

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Sana 4h

OPEC+ agrees on nominal oil output rise as war disrupts global supply

Vienna. Apr. 5 (SANA) Amid unprecedented turmoil in the global energy market driven by the escalation of the US-Israeli war on Iran, the OPEC+ alliance has found itself facing a new economic reality, prompting it to approve a theoretical increase in oil production for May by 206,000 barrels per day»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Zionist Enemy Escalates War on Lebanon: Air Raids on South, Dahieh Leave Massacres and Massive Destruction

The Israeli enemy continued on Sunday, April 5, 2026, its barbaric aggression on Lebanon, launching a large number of air raids on South Lebanon towns and the southern suburb of Beirut (Dahieh). South LebanonThe Israeli enemy launched seven air strikes on residential areas in Kfar Hatta town, Sidon»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Multaqa Al Tujjar Forum in Abu Dhabi unveils ADEED platform

The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the Multaqa Al Tujjar: Private Sector Leaders & Decision Makers Forum at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre, and it saw participation from senior government representatives and leading figures from the private sector and business community aimed at str»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Robotic Whipple procedures performed at HMC for the first time in Qatar

DOHA: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has introduced robotic Whipple surgery in Qatar, marking a significant advancement in surgical services and the treatment of complex pancreatic disease. The Whipple procedure is one of the most intricate operations in abdominal surgery, performed to remove tumo»»»

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Libya Herald 7h

Libyan dinar will be down to LD 7.90 before mid-April: CBL briefing

In its continued efforts to drive down the black-market exchange rate of the Libyan dinar against major currencies, led by the US dollar, the CBL has continued, almost on a daily basis, to give off the record briefings to various Libya media outlets. Today, it briefed: ‘‘We are continuing to sell (»»»

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Sputnik 8h

Moscow on Explosives at Pipeline in Serbia: Hungary Targeted to Be Stripped of Sovereignty

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told RIA Novosti on Sunday, commenting on the discovery of explosives near the gas pipeline from Serbia to Hungary, that Budapest is being targeted to be stripped of its sovereignty, but it has pushed back. "They want to deprive Hungary of its so»»»

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Al Manar 8h

Iran Warns UN of Dire Consequences If US, ‘Israel’ Strike Nuclear Sites - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Warns UN of Dire Consequences If US, ‘Israel’ Strike Nuclear Sites 05-04-2026 14:52 PM Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in an i»»»

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Gulf News 8h

UAE enters world’s top 10 goods exporters, trade reaches Dh6 trillion

Dubai: The UAE has entered the world’s top 10 merchandise exporters for the first time, ranking ninth globally in 2025, according to the World Trade Organization’s World Trade Outlook and Statistics report. The report highlighted exceptional growth in the UAE’s total external trade, which reached D»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

OPEC+ Agrees in Principle on Theoretical Oil Output Hike amid Iran War Paralysis

OPEC+ has agreed in principle to raise its oil output quotas by 206,000 barrels per day for May, three sources with knowledge of the group's talks said ahead of its meeting later on Sunday, a rise that will largely exist on paper as its key members are unable to raise production due to the US-Israe»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

Robotic Whipple procedures performed at HMC for first time in Qatar

HMC’s first robotic Whipple surgery was performed on a 42-year-old woman diagnosed with a pancreatic head neoplasm. Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has introduced robotic Whipple surgery for the first time in Qatar, marking a significant advancement in surgical services and the treatme»»»

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Gulf News 9h

2,709 new member companies joined Dubai Chamber of Commerce in March 2026

Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has announced that 2,709 new companies joined the chamber during March 2026. The steady growth in membership reflects Dubai’s continuing strong appeal among investors amid all market conditions. The»»»

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TAP 10h

APII reiterate commitment to support promoters in high-potential environment-focused sectors

Tunis, April 5 (TAP)- The Agency for the Promotion of Industry and Innovation (APII) reiterated commitment to support promoters, particularly in high-potential sectors with environmental dimension, through mechanisms under the National Network of...»»»

The Peninsula 10h

Artemis astronauts glimpse Moon's 'Grand Canyon' ahead of historic lunar flyby

Houston: The Artemis astronauts have taken in sights of the Moon never before seen by human eyes, crew members reported on Sunday as their spacecraft crossed the two-thirds mark on their journey to a long-anticipated lunar flyby. As the astronauts went to bed in the early hours of Sunday, closing o»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 10h

Four New Protected Areas Are Declared

Environment Minister Yulian Popov announced four new protected areas. Changes have also been introduced to the size of two other protected areas, and there has been an adjustment to the protection regime of one protected area, the Environment Ministry said. Three of the new protected areas fall und»»»

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Sputnik 11h

Explosives Found Near Key Serbia Hungary Gas Pipeline – Vucic

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic told Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban by phone that explosives were found near a gas pipeline that carries Russian gas from Serbia to Hungary. "Our units found high-powered explosives and detonators,” Vucic wrote on Instagram, aftyer briefing Orban on the mil»»»

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Al Awsat 11h

Hamas, Mediators in Renewed Push to Break Gaza Ceasefire Deadlock

A renewed push is underway to revive Gaza ceasefire talks, with mediators stepping in after meetings in Cairo to revive the process as the impasse has deepened since the outbreak of the Iran war. Talks due to resume in Cairo in the coming days aim to break the deadlock and advance unresolved issues»»»

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RT 12h

Is the Brent oil spot price really nearing $150?

When the first US and Israeli missiles hit Iran more than a month ago, an oil price of $150 per barrel was considered a doomsday prediction. But the price of physical Brent crude is already a hair’s breadth from $150, while the futures price hasn’t caught up yet. The Brent front-month futures price»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Israel Preparing for Two Weeks of Escalation with Iran

Israel is prepared for another two weeks of war with Iran and has planned a list of targets for attacks, including infrastructure and economic facilities, while continuing to hit Iran's defense industries. “The Iranian economy would be Israel’s next target,” the Kan public broadcaster reported. Sec»»»

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Novinite 13h

Bulgaria Faces Fiscal Warning as Deficit Grows, Growth Slows and Inflation Risks Rise

Finance officials and the Bulgarian National Bank have issued a series of warnings about Bulgaria’s fiscal and economic outlook for 2026, highlighting rising pressure on public finances, slower growth, and higher inflation. Speaking at an American Chamber of Commerce event in Bulgaria dedicated to »»»

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Gulf News 13h

Inside Dubai’s plan for 3 massive truck rest areas: 490 trucks a day

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a contract for the development of three integrated truck rest areas in partnership with the private sector. The facilities will cover a total of over 210,000 square metres and accommodate up to 490 trucks and heavy vehicles. The new rest areas»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Artemis Astronauts to Study the Moon’s Surface Using Mainly Their Eyes

More than 50 years after humans first flew around the Moon, Artemis astronauts will repeat the feat on Monday and use the most basic instrument to study it: their eyes. Despite the technological advancements since the Apollo missions, NASA still relies on the eyesight of its astronauts to learn mor»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

In High-Stakes Mission, US Special Forces Rescue Airman from Iran After F-15 Crash

US special operations forces have staged a daring rescue of an airman caught behind enemy lines after Iran shot down his F-15 fighter jet, officials said on Sunday, resolving a major crisis for President Donald Trump as he weighs whether to escalate the five-week-old war on Iran. "Over the past sev»»»

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Al Awsat 14h

IMF Hails Yemen’s Reforms, Supports its Recovery Path

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Saturday resumed Article IV consultations with the Yemeni legitimate government after 11 years. Reflecting the country’s improved institutional performance, this development is an important indicator of restoring channels of cooperatio»»»

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The Peninsula 14h

Aspetar provides scientific guidance to help teams navigate environmental challenges at FIFA World Cup 2026

Doha: Research led by Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Qatar, in collaboration with world-leading experts has published two extensive scientific review articles offering a practical framework for national teams preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026, as the tournament is set to t»»»

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The Peninsula 14h

Air quality in mall parking areas meets safety standards

Doha: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) confirmed Friday the air quality safety in shopping mall parking lots. It noted that the results of air quality monitoring operations in these parking areas (both enclosed and semi-enclosed) showed that all readings were within permissibl»»»

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Kathimerini 14h

High school teacher, pupil, held over marijuana possession in park

A high school teacher and one of her pupils have been arrested in an Athens park for alleged possession of tiny quantities of marijuana, police said. Both face charges of breaking drugs laws. A weekend police statement said a spot check by officers patrolling a park in the southern Kallithea distri»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 14h

Energy Minister Holds Talks with French Ambassador to Bulgaria

Energy Minister Traicho Traikov met with French Ambassador to Bulgaria Marie Dumoulin to discuss key energy challenges, including electricity prices, energy connectivity, and EU policies, the Ministry said on Sunday. During the meeting, Traikov said that the most viable option for reducing prices a»»»

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The Peninsula 14h

Minister of Municipality visits Mazzraty to review poultry and dairy projects strengthening Qatar’s food security ecosystem

Minister of Municipality His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah visited Mazzraty’s broiler chicken production facility in Al-Riffa. The tour forms part of ongoing initiatives to strengthen Qatar’s food security ecosystem and champion local agricultural production, assessing the c»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Behind enemy lines: How the US rescued a downed airman deep inside Iran

Dubai: The dramatic rescue of a US Air Force officer deep inside Iran — after his F-15E Strike Eagle was shot down — has spotlighted one of the most complex and high-risk military operations: Recovering a pilot behind enemy lines. According to reports from The New York Times and Axios, US special o»»»

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Gulf News 14h

Artemis astronauts to study the Moon's surface using mainly their eyes

Washington: More than 50 years after humans first flew around the Moon, Artemis astronauts will repeat the feat on Monday and use the most basic instrument to study it: their eyes. Despite the technological advancements since the Apollo missions, NASA still relies on the eyesight of its astronauts »»»

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The Peninsula 14h

MoEHE training center strengthens readiness to meet professional licensing requirements

Doha, Qatar: The Training and Development Center at the Ministry of Education and Higher Education continues to enhance its operational readiness to receive trainees in in-person training programmes at its headquarters, as part of its commitment to ensuring the continuity of training processes with»»»

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The Peninsula 15h

Department of Meteorology warns of thunder rain, strong wind

Doha, Qatar: The Department of Meteorology has forecast hazy and cloudy to partly cloudy weather on Sunday, with chance of scattered rain at night, warning of expected thunder rain at places at first associated with strong wind. Offshore, it will be hazy and cloudy with a chance of scattered rain, »»»

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BNE 15h

Iran war accelerates Chinese US treasure bill sell off

The war in Iran has triggered a potential step change in the rate that China is selling off its US Treasury bill holdings. T-bill holdings are a good barometer for geopolitical tensions and the rate that China and BRICS countries were selling had already accelerated before the Iran war. »»»

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BNE 15h

Iran war accelerates Chinese US treasure bill sell off

The war in Iran has triggered a potential step change in the rate that China is selling off its US Treasury bill holdings. T-bill holdings are a good barometer for geopolitical tensions and the rate that China and BRICS countries were selling had already accelerated before the Iran war. »»»

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BNE 15h

Middle East conflict pushes global food prices up in March, FAO says

World food commodity prices rose for a second consecutive month in March, supported by higher energy costs linked to escalating conflict in the Near East, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said on April 3. The FA»»»

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